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# Token Distribution & Community Sale

**Community Sale Success**

On **October 9, 2024**, the Yum Party Community Sale **sold out**, showcasing the immense trust and enthusiasm of our Yums. This pivotal moment set the stage for our future seasons and the upcoming **Token Generation Event (TGE)** in **early Q1 2025**. Originally planned for **Q4 2024**, the allocation of 4% from the Community Sale has been rescheduled to ensure the smoothest possible launch early next year.

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#### **Evolving Tokenomics: Community-Driven Adjustments**

The initial token distribution model was designed to support the original **Tap-to-Earn game**. However, Yum Party’s evolution into a **3D multiplayer platform** necessitated significant changes to better align with our **community-first approach**.

Key changes include:

* **Limiting Community Sales**: Initially split across three stages totaling 20%, the Community Sale was consolidated into a single stage (4%). This freed up 16% of the total supply to be reinvested into community-focused initiatives.
* **Enhanced Community Rewards**: The additional 16% allocation has been redirected to a new **Additional Community Rewards Pool**, ensuring further rewards for player engagement and participation, distributed gradually over time.
* **Liquidity Bootstrapping Pool (LBP) Strategy**: Learning from the failures of **Tap-to-Earn projects**, Yum Party has adopted the LBP mechanism to ensure **fair price discovery** and **sustainable tokenomics** at launch.

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#### **Updated Token Distribution**

**Total Supply: 10,000,000,000 $YUMS**

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| **Category**                     | **Allocation** | **Vesting/Unlocking**                                           |
| -------------------------------- | -------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Game Rewards Pool**            | 30%            | 100% released at TGE                                            |
| **Additional Game Rewards Pool** | 16%            | Gradual release over 48 months                                  |
| **Development Fund**             | 20%            | Linear release over 12 months                                   |
| **Liquidity & Launchpool**       | 10%            | Allocated to a Liquidity Bootstrapping Pool for price discovery |
| **Community Sale**               | 4%             | 100% unlocked at TGE                                            |
| **Team**                         | 15%            | Linear vesting over 18 months                                   |
| **Contributors**                 | 5%             | Linear release over 12 months                                   |

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#### **Focus on Game & Community Rewards**

The updated allocation reflects our commitment to the Yum Party community:

1. **Game Rewards Pool**:
   * Released in full at the TGE to immediately fuel in-game incentives, daily rewards, and giveaways.
2. **Additional Community Rewards**:
   * A new allocation designed to sustain engagement and reward participation over 48 months.
   * Supports initiatives such as the **Event Giveaway**, **daily rewards**, and **in-game achievements**.

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#### **Why These Adjustments Are Beneficial**

1. **Community-Centric Model**:
   * Redirecting 16% of the total supply to **Additional Community Rewards** prioritizes the **Yums** over speculative investors.
2. **Enhanced Token Utility**:
   * With $YUMS essential for participating in giveaways, purchasing tickets, and unlocking in-game benefits, demand for the token grows organically.
3. **Sustainability**:
   * Gradual releases from the Additional Community Rewards Pool ensure long-term engagement, while the LBP prevents dumping and safeguards the token’s value.
4. **Transparency & Trust**:
   * The changes reflect Yum Party’s commitment to its community, with clear allocations and mechanisms that support fairness and inclusivity.

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#### **Next Steps: Building Towards TGE**

With these adjustments, Yum Party is poised for a **high-impact TGE** in **early Q1 2025**, delivering value to players, investors, and contributors. By aligning the tokenomics with our new direction, we’ve ensured that Yum Party is not just a game—it’s a platform for opportunity, growth, and life-changing rewards.